no wifi on macos login screen

Issue

  • There is no WIFI icon on the top right of the log in or lock screen on macOS device. 
  • I need to connect to WIFI to setup the device. 

Solution

  • Restart the macOS device and then quickly press and hold the Power button.
  • You should see Continue to Holding for Startup Options after a few seconds.
  • Continue to hold the Power button until you see Loading Startup Options
  • After a few seconds, you should see two icons; Macintosh HD and Options, select Options and then click the Continue button. 
  • On the next screen, select a preferred language, and then on the next screen, you see the WIFI icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
  • Select your WIFI and enter the security key to get connected.